Recognize others, be recognized, help others, be helped; such is a family relationship.Many native Hawaiians live with their extended family and family is the most important part of life for them. This saying teaches why they should put family first…In the ohana or family, you know others and they know you, you help others and know you will be helped if there is anything you need.

Kokua Program

To ensure the smooth operation of the Halau and encourage family support, the parents of children under the age of 12 are required to volunteer 20 hours a year. This includes participation of fundraisers, setting up the Halau prior to class or cleaning up after class, helping make costumes etc. All students over the age of twelve are also required to kokua 20 hours per year.

About Our Halau

Halau Hula Malani O Kapehe was formed in 2001 and operated as a Maui County Community class for 9 years. In 2010, in order to continue advancing the teaching of Hula and Hawaiian culture to a growing number of advanced students and alaka`i, as well as continuing to teach new adult and youth dancers, it formed a more traditional Halau structure. Learn More.

The Language of Hula

Ku’i

Take a small step and as your foot hits the ground, your other foot sweeps up far enough to be level with your knee.